The Elevated Coach Podcast

Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Developing the muscle of not caring about what others think can lead to freedom and authenticity in business.Consistency in content creation is easier when you stop overthinking and second-guessing yourself.Authenticity is the best marketing strategy because no one can beat you at being you.Developing unshakable confidence involves creating new evidence and trusting yourself to do hard things.Unconditional self-love involves looking after yourself, building self-trust, and speaking your truth.Knowing yourself requires deep inner work and examining your core wounds and shadows.Joining a community where speaking your truth is welcome can help develop the muscle of speaking freely.Focusing on your own tasks and not worrying about how others feel or think about you can lead to freedom.Coming from love and service consciousness and having a growth mindset allows you to speak your truth without fear.Dancing more can bring joy and freedom.Sound bites:"If you're held back by the fear of judgement or the fear of rejection in any way in your business then this video is for you.""The best marketing strategy there is, is authenticity. Because as corny and as cliche as it sounds, no one can beat you at being you.""I genuinely do not mind what you think of me. I could say anything right now. Poopoo peepee pants. And I, if that offends you, if that puts you off me, then fuck off. With love, of course."Time stamps:00:00 Developing the Muscle of Not Giving a Fuck03:51 The Power of Authenticity in Business05:18 The ACT Model: Widening the Gap07:38 Creating New Evidence for Unshakable Confidence10:36 Unconditional Self-Love: Looking After Yourself11:36 Knowing Yourself: Deep Inner Work13:04 Joining a Community of Truth Speakers14:32 Focusing on Your Own Tasks15:30 Coming from Love and Service Consciousness17:28 Dance More: Finding Joy and Freedom

Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Hiring a marketing agency as a coach can be a costly mistake, especially in the early stages of the business.Understanding sales and marketing as an extension of coaching and enrollment is crucial for success.Focus on the basics of creating content, having conversations, coaching every day, and making offers.Agility is essential in the early stages of building a coaching business.A simple social funnel coupled with consistent emails or a newsletter can lead to consistent 10 to 20k months.The four C's (cultivate, create, coach conversations, celebrate) are important for fueling the funnel and achieving success.Sound bites:"If you're a coach that's under 10K a month, or perhaps you're a coach that's even made the occasional 10K a month, do not hire a marketing agency.""Sales and marketing is an extension of coaching. Sales and marketing is enrollment.""Your position of strength is your agility."Time stamps:00:00 The Costly Mistake of Hiring a Marketing Agency05:25 Understanding Sales and Marketing as an Extension of Coaching07:25 The Importance of Agility in the Early Stages of Building a Coaching Business08:51 The Power of a Simple Social Funnel and the Four C's

Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Coaches often get stuck in the feast to famine cycle by simplifying and going back to what works at the bottom of the cycle.Creating from neediness and desperation leads to substandard clients that coaches don't want to work with in the long run.Lack of a marketing engine or system, self-sabotage, and no multi-year vision for clients are common reasons coaches stay stuck in the cycle.To break free, coaches need to spot the patterns, break free from the survival standard paradigm, build monthly recurring revenue offers, and implement systems.Sound bites:"If you're a coach that's stuck in the exhausting and painful feast to famine cycle, then this video is for you.""We have lots of clients because we focus on the stuff that works, but these clients aren't necessarily clients we want to work with over the long haul.""I noticed a pattern when I was at the peak of a wave is that I actually was self-sabotage and create circumstances and environment which would get me back to the trough of a wave."Time stamps:00:00 Introduction to the Feast to Famine Cycle03:29 The Patterns that Keep Coaches Stuck05:49 Reasons Coaches Stay Stuck in the Cycle08:51 Breaking Free from the Feast to Famine Cycle

Connect with Hugh here:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugh-wahla-2440a740/⁠Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:A great coach genuinely cares about their clients and can connect with them on a human level.Caring for someone means being willing to speak hard truths when necessary.Vulnerability is a strength that creates relatability and connection.Compassion liberates from the demands of unrealistic ambition and allows for enjoyment of the journey.Meditation can be a game changer, helping to let go of pressure and catastrophizing thoughts.Prioritizing joy and contentment leads to greater effectiveness and success.Don't worry about what other people think and focus on your own happiness.The only permanence is impermanence, so enjoy the present moment.Success and achievements are important, but not at the cost of mental health and well-being.Helping others find their truth involves guiding them to be present, observe their thoughts, and let go of self-imposed pressure. Focus on leaving a positive impact on others and enjoying the process in your career.Practice stillness and meditation to gain clarity and connect with your inner voice.Recognize that everything is impermanent and embrace the constant change.Be aware of your thoughts and create space for inspiration to flow.Follow your passion and intuition to find fulfillment in work and life.Sound bites:"A great coach is somebody who genuinely cares about their client and can connect to them on a human level.""It's also beautiful vulnerability because we expect our clients to be open with us. And I think it's incredibly important for us to be open with our clients as well.""The more I've connected to my joy, the more liberating it's been, the more I've been able to share that with other people.""I was just trying to sell myself. And it felt like I was swimming against treacle.""My only goal is to leave them with a smile on their face.""You can be driven by the stick and it can move you, but it's so exhausting."Time stamps:00:00 Introduction and the Qualities of a Great Coach04:09 The Power of Vulnerability and Compassion10:29 Self-Discovery and the Transformational Impact of Meditation26:08 Lessons Learned and Advice for the Past Self36:10 The Power of Human Connection and Leaving a Positive Impact42:18 Finding Joy and Purpose in Work45:42 The Role of Meditation and Self-Awareness in Making Conscious Choices47:38 Creating Space for Inspiration and Growth54:58 Connecting to Joy and Purpose in Life

Connect with Joel here⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Failure can be a valuable learning experience and should be shared.We often discount the role of timing and luck in our successes.Creating space between stimulus and response is crucial for making wise decisions.Living from inspiration and surrendering to the flow can lead to effortless success.Slowing down, getting clear on vision, and emptying the mind are important practices for living from the heart and serving others.Sound bites:"I want to share my lessons from this failure with you because not many coaches do share their failures and I think it's important to share failure.""I took what could have been inspiration and molded into something that it wasn't ready for.""This is allowing inspiration to take me and run with me."Time stamps:00:00 Lessons from Failure04:02 Living from Inspiration08:00 Creating Space09:23 Surrendering and Listening09:54 Living from the Heart

Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Heart-led coaches face three main obstacles: lack of sales confidence, inconsistent leads, and the feast to famine cycle.To overcome these obstacles, coaches can become magnetic by cultivating creative and magnetic force, developing personal and unique frameworks for success, and practicing core identity marketing.Living as enrollment, serving with no attachment to the outcome, and running client campaigns are key to creating aligned and effortless sales.Building a client creation engine involves focusing on one-to-one coaching, creating online trainings and communities, and offering one-time offers.To break the feast to famine cycle, coaches can build a six-figure flow by implementing leverage systems and hiring and training a VA.Sound bites:"How to become a fully booked, fee coach that's making consistent 10 to 20k months""The first solution to lack of sales confidence is aligned and effortless sales.""Living as enrollment is serving people and living from service consciousness, totally unattached to the sale."Time stamps:00:00 Introduction: Becoming a Fully Booked Heart-Led Coach04:22 Obstacle 1: Lack of Sales Confidence05:13 Becoming Magnetic: Cultivating Creative and Magnetic Force09:17 Living as Enrollment: Serving with No Attachment to the Outcome11:34 Running Client Campaigns: Inform and Invite13:29 Creating a Client Creation Engine: One-to-One Coaching, Online Trainings, and One-Time Offers16:32 Breaking the Feast to Famine Cycle: Building a Six-Figure Flow19:03 Implementing Leverage Systems and Hiring a VA

Connect with Caspar here:https://www.instagram.com/coachingwithcaspar/Connect with Joel here:⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠Key takeaways:Discomfort is often a catalyst for growth and expansion.Avoiding discomfort can lead to suffering, while being present with it can lead to transformation.Slowing down and creating space for self-inquiry can help navigate discomfort and make aligned decisions.Authenticity and values play a crucial role in guiding big changes and finding fulfillment. Creating space and stillness in our lives is essential for personal growth and clarity.Men need to embrace discomfort and sit with their emotions to experience profound insights and change.Finding balance between doing and being is crucial for overall well-being and productivity.Small shifts in daily routines can lead to significant changes in mindset and perspective.Prioritizing self-discovery and introspection is key to living a meaningful and fulfilling life.Sound bites:"I'm currently avoiding discomfort.""Resistance to discomfort shows up for me in... it's a felt sense.""Using my emotions as a barometer for the quality of my thinking.""It takes finding yourself to realize how lost you were.""Crossfit, ice baths, breath work... distracting from sitting with emotions.""The more space you have, the more potent your actions are."Time stamps:00:00 Introduction and the Theme of Discomfort08:56 Sitting with Discomfort and Using Emotions as a Barometer19:23 New Chapter20:40 The Importance of Slowness and Stillness40:40 Redefining Masculinity and Shifting the Paradigm55:29 Advice for Navigating the Balance Between Ambition and Slowness59:28 Quickfire Questions and Final Message

Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Consistency and quantity are key in content creation.Accept that you may not be perfect at the start and focus on improvement.Remove any unnecessary friction in your content creation process.Identify and eliminate beliefs, thoughts, or environmental factors that hinder your consistency.Sound bites:"Building effortless flow and consistency with content creation.""Honoring the suck and accepting that you may not be perfect at the start.""Removing friction and eliminating unnecessary obstacles."Time stamps:00:00 Introduction: Building Effortless Flow and Consistency01:35 Chapter 1: Honoring the Suck03:20 Chapter 2: Removing Friction06:23 Chapter 3: Identifying and Eliminating Friction07:50 Conclusion: Creating a Path of Least Resistance

Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Being unattached to a sale makes you more magnetic and helps your business grow rapidly.Avoid being needy or desperate, as it repels clients.Create circumstances where you don't need to make a sale and be patient in building your coaching business.Do inner work to feel complete and detach self-worth from a sale.Develop trust in something bigger than yourself and surrender to the outcome.Spend time in nature to connect with your own natural rhythm.Reflect on past experiences and see how they have led to growth and learning.Put in the necessary practice and reflection to detach from the outcome.Sound bites:"Once you get this right, you will become so much more magnetic.""Needy is creepy.""The more, the less I want to make a sale, the easier it is to make a sale."Time stamps:00:00 Introduction and the Power of Being Unattached02:00 Creating Circumstances of Abundance04:25 Developing Patience and Doing Inner Work06:12 Building Trust and Surrendering to the Outcome09:37 Putting in the Reps for Insight and Detachment

Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Combining living as enrollment with building a personal brand and creating tribes and communities is essential for success as a coach.The authority abundance architecture model consists of living as enrollment, building a magnetic personal brand, designing a product pyramid ecosystem, and building a client creation engine.The client creation engine has three stages: top of funnel, middle of funnel, and bottom of funnel.The content creation engine involves creating long-form and short-form content on a daily and weekly basis.Case studies demonstrate the success of implementing these strategies.Sound bites:"How I made over $120,000 in my very first year as a life coach""People don't buy coaching, they buy coaches""Building a coaching business is probably the biggest inner and spiritual journey"Time stamps:00:00 Introduction and Background11:56 Designing Your Trademark Week24:34 The Client Creation Engine

Connect with Chris here:⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsmechris_brown/⁠Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Personal growth starts with telling the truth and being willing to sit in discomfort.Conflict can be an opportunity for growth and learning, but it's important to find a balance between love and challenge.Coaches need to be willing to call out the truth and challenge their clients, even if it may lead to discomfort or potential loss.Over-delivering can stem from a fear of abandonment or rejection, and it's important to set boundaries and not take on too much responsibility for clients' results.Being seen can be both a deep desire and a challenge, and it's important to navigate the shadows and find a balance between self-criticism and self-acceptance.The quote 'I'd rather be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war' represents the desire to embody strength and love in everyday life. Skill development in martial arts involves using less energy and strength as one becomes more skilled.Balance between action and stillness is important in achieving success and fulfillment.Relaxation and clarity are essential for effective decision-making and problem-solving.Fear and motivation can drive behavior, but it is important to shift to inspiration and creation as fuel sources.Money is easier to make than to keep, and self-worth is closely linked to one's ability to attract and hold onto money.Healing oneself is necessary in order to effectively help and heal others.Sound bites:"It really forced me to look at every piece of myself that was contributing to the separation.""Fitting in is absence of true belonging.""The trigger is the wound. The response is the level of healing that you hold.""Yeah, it's profound.""You use less energy and less strength.""We try to warrior our way through life."Time stamps:00:00 Introduction and Life-Changing Experiences03:25 The Power of Truth-Telling and Personal Growth08:03 Navigating Conflict and Setting Boundaries14:51 The Balance Between Over-Delivering and Boundaries22:03 Embodying Strength and Vulnerability26:12 The Challenges of Perfectionism and the Desire to be Seen30:53 The Wisdom of Martial Arts: Balance and Energy Conversion31:41 The Art of Skill Development and Energy Management34:49 The Interplay Between Strength and Relaxation37:33 The Depth of Relaxation and Focus41:12 Exploring the Source of Actions and Desires51:12 Money and Self-Worth56:46 Healing Oneself to Heal Others

Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Flow in business comes from discipline, surrender, and systems.The five systems needed to grow a coaching business are: productivity, client creation, client management, marketing plan, and delegation.A productivity system includes setting values, vision, goals, and designing a trademark week.A client creation engine involves building a funnel and implementing growth, content, lead gen, and lead nurture strategies.A client management system includes onboarding forms, tracking client progress, and using AI tools for coaching sessions.A marketing plan focuses on creating cohesion, supply-demand tension, and themes for content and offers.Delegation is crucial for scaling a coaching business, and hiring a virtual assistant can help with tasks and systems.Implementing these systems can lead to growth and success in a coaching business.Sound bites:"Flow comes from discipline plus surrender plus systems.""Life is a series of short sprints, not a marathon.""Distraction kills more businesses than competition."Time stamps:00:00 The Power of Discipline, Surrender, and Systems in Business02:57 The Five Systems for Growing a Coaching Business08:43 Creating Cohesion and Supply-Demand Tension15:06 Streamlining Business Operations with a Virtual Assistant18:26 Effortless Growth and Enjoyment in Running a Coaching Business

Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Cash flow solves most business problems and retention solves most cash flow problems.Having a long-term vision for clients is crucial for retaining them.Serving clients instead of just pleasing them leads to better coaching and deeper relationships.Personal growth and continuous improvement are essential for becoming a coach that clients want to stay with.Improving the quality of thinking and content helps retain clients and position oneself as a thought leader.Building a product pyramid ecosystem with one-on-one coaching, online training, and community creates multiple revenue streams and enhances client retention.Helping clients become better thinkers and leaders fosters their growth and loyalty.By following these eight steps, coaches can retain clients, experience deep fulfillment, and build a sustainable coaching business.Sound bites:"Cash flow solves most business problems and retention solves most cash flow problems.""Having a long-term vision for clients is crucial for retaining them.""Serving often actually means saying the uncomfortable, it often actually means triggering our clients and challenging them."Time stamps:00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Retaining Clients02:04 Chapter 1: Creating a Long-Term Vision for Client Retention04:56 Chapter 2: Serving vs. Pleasing: The Art of Effective Coaching09:18 Chapter 3: Building Retention with a Multi-Year Vision16:10 Chapter 4: The Netflix Model: Keeping Clients Engaged17:40 Chapter 5: Becoming a Curator of Information for Client Retention18:06 Chapter 6: Helping Clients Become Better Thinkers and Leaders20:00 Chapter 7: Building a Product Pyramid Ecosystem for Retention

Connect with Joel here:⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠Key takeaways:Every business is a pyramid scheme to some degree, with someone at the top creating the most value.There are ethical and unethical pyramid schemes, and it's important to distinguish between them.The business coaching industry is highly saturated and requires high-quality marketing and nuanced approaches.Business coaches make money because they are passionate about business and can have a greater impact in that field.Sell your audience what they want and give them what they need to meet their needs and grow your business.Approach business with a beginner's mindset and drop skepticism to learn and apply universal marketing truths.Sound bites:"Am I running a pyramid scheme? Yes. And no.""Marketing truths are true for any market.""If I could help one coach, they could then go and help a hundred."Time stamps:00:00 Understanding Pyramid Schemes and Business Coaching03:46 The Journey from Mindset Coach to Business Coach07:21 Challenges and Misconceptions in the Business Coaching Industry10:13 The Importance of Understanding the Market and Meeting the Audience11:12 Sell What They Want, Give Them What They Need

Connect with Lenn here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennpryor/Connect with Joel here:⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠Key takeaways:Flow state is a state of pure alignment where everything comes together effortlessly.Flow state can be addictive, and there can be a crash that follows.Zen Buddhism emphasizes the importance of stillness and balance in accessing flow state.A great coaching session requires alignment, urgency, and importance.Coaching is most fulfilling when there is a deep connection and inspiration between the coach and the client. Trust the process and honor the suck in your coaching journey.Say yes to opportunities, even if they don't align with your long-term goals.View every client as a learning experience and be open to the lessons they bring.Focus on being authentic and true to yourself, rather than chasing money or prestige.Coaching is a vocation, not just a career, and it takes time and practice to develop the skills to truly help clients.Sound bites:"Flow state is like being possessed.""Flow state is a totally heightened state of awareness.""Flow state is addictive and drug-like.""If you're in that boat, then maybe you can get there faster because you can just fully jack into finding your authentic true core self and living in that self because the basics are taken care of on Maslow's hierarchy and you're up here in, you know, the top of the pyramid.""And I look back and go, gosh, why did I waste my time? And I'm like, well, cause I had to meet them to know I didn't want to work with them. Later, right? I had to meet that person. I had to go say yes to that topic or to that personality or to that, you know, or learn that the money isn't worth it.""Who doesn't want to make $10,000 a month off of a client? He'd have contracts locked in for six figures from one person per year. He'd be set. He'd just collect them up."Time stamps:00:00 The Indescribable Nature of Flow State07:02 The Addictive and Challenging Aspects of Flow14:33 The Influence of Zen Buddhism on Flow and Coaching29:26 Creating Great Coaching Sessions35:05 Finding Inspiration in Clients41:32 The Journey of Becoming a Coach: Trusting the Process and Saying Yes44:03 Discovering What You Don't Want: The Grind of Coaching47:58 The Art of Coaching: Keen Observation and Synthesizing Insights52:42 Embracing the Unknown: Being Relaxed and Letting Go55:58 The Power of Insight: Seeing What Can't Be Seen01:07:42 The Long Journey: Trusting the Process01:14:35 Taking Flight: Embracing the Mayhem of CoachingSee less

Connect with Joel here:⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠Key takeaways:Playing it safe in coaching leads to blending in and not standing out in the market.Having systems in place is crucial for consistency and success in coaching.Focusing on the needs of clients and making it about them is key for lead generation.Adopting an abundant mindset and realizing the potential for new clients is important.Overthinking can lead to inaction and overwhelm, while taking action builds momentum and clarity.Leveraging social proof and partnerships can help in generating leads.Loving your offer and being enrolled in it is essential for successful sales and marketing.Sound bites:"Seven mistakes coaches make in their efforts to generate consistent leads.""Having systems in place makes business feel easy and fun.""Making it about the clients and solving their problems is how we make money."Time stamps:00:00 Playing it Safe: The First Mistake Coaches Make in Lead Generation05:59 Letting Go of a Lack Mindset in Coaching10:36 The Power of Social Proof and Partnerships in Lead Generation

Connect with Joel here:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@coach.joel.burgess⁠⁠Key takeaways:Building a coaching business is simpler than it's made out to be, with three core components: expression, enrollment, and systems.Express from the heart, enroll oneself in their own potential and offer, and engineer systems for consistent client creation and delivery.Develop self-belief and conviction in oneself and their offer to effectively enroll clients.Engineer systems for rapid testing, client creation, and client delivery to ensure consistency and scalability.Focus on creating high-value content, nurturing prospects, onboarding clients, and retaining clients for long-term success.Building a coaching business requires dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to personal growth.Sound Bites:"Took my very first coaching business from zero to over six figures in my first year as a coach""Building profitable and thriving coaching business is simpler than it's made out to be""Break free from that feast to famine cycle and build the systems, the strategies that are predictably going to grow your business"Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction: From Zero to Six Figures09:15 Helping Coaches Achieve Their First 10k Month16:36 Engineering Systems for Rapid Testing and Client Creation24:02 end of podcast

Connect with Mel here:https://www.instagram.com/breathcoachmelhoward/Connect with Joel here:https://www.instagram.com/coach.joel.burgess/https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjoelburgess/Key takeaways:Embodiment and breathwork can lead to profound personal growth and transformation.Softness and gentleness can be just as powerful as going through intense experiences.The feminine offers the gift of receptivity, allowing us to fully experience and connect with the richness of life.Connecting with the body and breath can help create a sense of safety and grounding.Being present in the moment and embracing vulnerability can lead to deeper intimacy and connection. Intentional breathing and grounding in the body can shift us from fight or flight to a state of calm and connection.The vagus nerve plays a crucial role in creating a sense of safety and connection.Emotional neglect can lead to difficulties in self-compassion, relying on others, and identifying emotions.Feeling and accepting all emotions, including anger, grief, and shame, is essential for self-compassion and inner freedom.Simplicity, patience, and compassion are key qualities to cultivate. The power of stillness and slowing down in coachingThe importance of creating a container for coaching sessionsDoing your own inner work as a coach to better serve your clientsThe value of vulnerability and not knowing as a coachThe impact of presence and attunement in coachingMelanie's favorite coaching question: 'What are you noticing in your body right now?'Advice for new coaches: Trust yourself and focus on what you already knowMelanie's contact information: Instagram - @BreathCoachMelHowardTime stamps:00:00 Introduction and Tradition of Asking Questions01:20 Joel's Journey to Working with Melanie08:10 Leaning into Resistance and Softness12:30 The Power of the Feminine and Trust16:23 The Gift of the Feminine and Connecting with the Body25:12 Breath and Grounding in the Body29:30 The Neuroscience of Safety and Connection35:30 Emotional Neglect and Feeling48:12 Simplicity, Patience, and Compassion54:50 The Power of Stillness and Slowing Down in Coaching56:34 Creating a Container for Coaching Sessions01:00:00 The Importance of Presence and Attunement in Coaching01:04:53 Doing Your Own Inner Work as a Coach01:09:20 The Value of Vulnerability and Not Knowing01:14:11 Melanie's Favorite Coaching Question01:16:02 Advice for New Coaches01:19:06 Melanie's Contact Information

> Click here if you'd like to join our free community for heart-led coaches <⁠⁠Connect with Alex, Lawrence and Ben below:⁠https://www.instagram.com/alexcrockford/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/benbidwell_/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lawrenceprice_/⁠Key Takeaways:Challenging times can shape personal growth and lead to resilience and growth mindset.A mastermind provides a non-judgmental space for support, accountability, and growth.Facing challenges and going through them rather than avoiding them builds resilience and confidence.Giving and receiving feedback is essential for personal growth and deepening connections.Celebrating achievements fosters gratitude and a positive mindset. Deep bonds and support in a mastermind group can lead to a sense of celebration and pride in each other's growth.Men often long for deeper connections but may feel uncomfortable or unfamiliar with vulnerability and emotional openness.Leaning into discomfort and being open to tension can lead to growth and meaningful connections.Maintaining depth in relationships outside of the mastermind group can be challenging, but adjusting expectations and meeting people where they are can help.Reflecting on the impact of friendship and celebrating each other's potential can be powerful and transformative.Describing each other with three words can be a meaningful way to appreciate and acknowledge each other's qualities.Life can be seen as a series of chapters, with each chapter representing a different phase of growth and development.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction and Background04:12 The Power of Facing Challenges10:11 The Importance of a Non-Judgmental Space16:43 The Role of Accountability and Support28:12 New Chapter28:42 The Healing Power of Giving and Receiving Feedback46:18 Unleashing Potential: The Power of Seeing and Celebrating52:08 Creating Safe Spaces: Growth and Vulnerability59:03 Navigating the Challenges: Finding Meaningful Connections01:02:30 Authenticity and Deep Relationships: The Key to Connection01:14:32 END.mp4

⁠> Click here if you'd like to join our free community for heart-led coaches <⁠Connect with David on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/⁠Key Takeaways:Authenticity is about bringing all parts of ourselves into each moment and being true to who we are.Being unfazed and unfeeling can protect us from pain, but it also prevents us from fully experiencing joy and connection.A maturing ego involves moving beyond survival mode and considering the well-being of others.Shadow work is a process of uncovering and integrating suppressed aspects of ourselves.Relationships provide opportunities for personal growth and reflection, as they mirror our fears and triggers. Authenticity and play are essential for building strong and fulfilling relationships.Improving relationships can lead to personal growth and positive changes in other areas of life, such as business.Men need to have a range of qualities, from vulnerability to emotional discipline, to navigate relationships and life effectively.Growth and expansion often come from exploring new territories and embracing discomfort.Self-awareness and the willingness to examine one's beliefs and behaviors are crucial for personal development.Having a support system, such as coaching or mentorship, can provide guidance and clarity in challenging times.SummaryIn this conversation, David Chambers discusses his journey of self-discovery and the importance of authenticity. He reflects on how he learned to be unfazed and unfeeling, which protected him from pain but also prevented him from fully experiencing joy and connection. David emphasizes the need to bring all parts of ourselves into each moment and to be mindful of how we show up in our relationships. He also explores the concept of a maturing ego and the importance of shadow work in uncovering and integrating suppressed aspects of ourselves. Finally, David highlights the power of relationships in personal growth and the role they play in mirroring our fears and triggers. In this conversation, David Chambers discusses the importance of authenticity and play in relationships. He shares a story of a client whose relationship improved after working together, leading to greater intimacy and personal growth. David also explores the evolution of masculinity and the need for men to have a range of qualities, from vulnerability to emotional discipline. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the willingness to explore new territories for personal growth. The conversation concludes with a quickfire round of questions, highlighting David's aspirations as a father and his advice for new coaches.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction and Ben's Question03:10 Discovering Authenticity09:12 The Role of the Ego in Personal Development26:07 The Power of Relationships36:39 The Power of Authenticity and Playfulness in Relationships48:51 The Evolution of Manhood: Emotional Discipline and Boundaries53:45 Exploring New Territories and Learning from Tension01:01:53 Fatherhood: Being Present and Creating Safe Spaces01:02:56 Coaching Advice: Don't Stick to the Rules, Be Open to New Possibilities

> Click here if you'd like to join our free community for heart-led coaches <⁠Connect with Ben here:⁠https://www.instagram.com/benbidwell_/⁠Key TakeawaysAuthenticity and truth are central to personal growth and coaching practices.The journey of personal development involves integrating the truth of one's heart and overcoming the challenges of judgment and fear.Coaching practices have evolved to emphasize vulnerability, authenticity, and the ability to hold space for deep exploration.Public speaking and embodiment exercises play a significant role in developing authentic expression and presence.The process of uncovering and expressing one's deepest truth requires integration and the ability to discern between judgment and truth. Integration involves recognizing and deciphering truth within oneself.Emotions play a crucial role in coaching, and the ability to integrate them leads to better coaching outcomes.Stillness and self-awareness are essential for personal growth and effective coaching.Societal expectations placed on men and the crisis of meaning they face are important topics for exploration.Mentorship and gratitude are key elements in the journey of personal and professional development.Summary:The conversation explores the theme of authenticity and truth, focusing on the challenges and rewards of being oneself. It delves into the journey of personal development, coaching, and the evolution of coaching practices over time. The conversation delves into the concept of integration, the role of emotions in coaching, and the importance of stillness and self-awareness. It also explores the challenges of being a coach and the societal expectations placed on men. The conversation concludes with a reflection on mentorship and gratitude for the journey.Time Stamps:00:00 The Journey of Authenticity and Truth05:02 The Power of Vulnerability and Integration28:32 The Art of Integration: Recognizing Truth Within33:43 Embracing Emotions: The Role of Feelings in Coaching45:30 The Power of Stillness: Self-Awareness and Personal Growth48:04 Navigating Societal Expectations: The Crisis of Meaning for Men55:19 Mentorship and Gratitude: Reflections on the Journey

⁠> Click here if you'd like to join our free community for heart-led coaches <⁠Find Alister's work here:⁠https://www.alistergray.com⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/alister_gray/⁠Key Takeaways:Deep listening involves entering a space of awareness where the idea of being separate from the other person dissolves.The power of presence and non-judgmental awareness can lead to transformation and healing in coaching sessions.Relaxation, trust, and the ability to hold space with unconditional love and acceptance are essential for effective coaching.Conflict and resistance in coaching sessions can be transformative when held with love and compassion.The integration of mindfulness and meditation practices can enhance a coach's ability to be fully present and centered during coaching sessions. The balance between heart-centered coaching and strategic business acumen is essential for coaching success.Surrendering to one's soul's purpose can lead to transformative growth and impact.Aligning the head and the heart in coaching and business is crucial for authenticity and impact.Love can be a powerful guiding force in coaching and business, leading to meaningful connections and transformation.Timestamps:00:00 The Art of Deep Listening and Holding Space03:16 The Power of Presence and Non-Judgmental Awareness06:19 The Role of Conflict and Unconditional Love in Coaching11:58 The Importance of Trust and Relaxation in Coaching

⁠> Click here if you'd like to join our free community for heart-led coaches <⁠⁠Find Stephen's work here:⁠https://www.mcgheeleadership.com/⁠TLDR:A great coach is someone who is present, listens deeply, and creates through listening.Coaching is about serving, not selling. It's about creating a space of possibility for clients to explore and create.To be a successful coach, it requires willingness, humility, and a deep belief in the power of coaching.Creating new possibilities often requires stepping out of the 98% of thinking and embracing 10x thinking.Coaching is a career that requires dedication, hard work, and a commitment to continuous growth and learning. Many coaches and entrepreneurs start their businesses out of a desire to be validated or seen.The transition from a savior complex to empowering clients is crucial for personal growth and effective coaching.Great leaders have a growth mindset, take care of themselves, and are willing to disappoint in order to lead with truth and integrity.Coaches need to navigate the balance between building relationships and challenging clients, using love and vulnerability as guiding principles.Clear boundaries are essential for effective coaching, and they do not hinder the expression of love and compassion.Summary:In this conversation, Joel and Stephen Paul McGhee discuss the impact of coaching and mentorship on personal growth and transformation. They explore the qualities of a great coach, the power of presence, and the importance of creating a space of possibility. They also discuss the challenges and rewards of being a coach, including the need for humility and willingness to serve. Stephen shares examples of how he has created new possibilities for himself and his clients through coaching. The conversation highlights the importance of belief, commitment, and a clear vision in the coaching journey. The conversation explores the journey of personal development and coaching, the transition from a savior complex to empowering clients, the qualities of great leaders, the importance of vulnerability and clear boundaries, and the power of love in coaching. The key themes include personal growth, leadership, vulnerability, boundaries, and love.Timestamps:00:00 Meeting Stephen McGhee and the Power of Coaching07:02 The Influence of Benjamin Hardy13:29 Guiding Clients to Presence and Possibility29:01 Fueling Belief and Willingness in the Coaching Journey36:29 From Savior Complex to Empowering Clients50:32 Love as a Guiding Principle in Coaching

> Click here if you'd like to join our free community for heart-led coaches <⁠Find Graham's work here:⁠⁠https://www.grahamgough.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.emergencebrotherhood.com/⁠⁠TLDR: Life is telling Graham to stand his ground and trust his own intuitive wisdom.Graham's mentor, Bruce Lyon, has been a guiding force in his life.Graham's gift is his genuine care and compassion for others and himself.Mirroring and relational work are essential in expanding emotional range and capacity.Embracing and fully feeling emotions can lead to healing and growth. Deep inner work is essential in coaching and therapy, as it allows clients to explore their emotions and experiences.Being seen and understood is a powerful gift that coaching and therapy can provide.Coaches and therapists should prioritize self-awareness and processing their own wounds to better support their clients.Personal development is an ongoing journey that requires continuous exploration and growth.The transformative power of coaching lies in the ability to hold space for clients and support them in their healing and self-discovery.Summary:In this conversation, Joel interviews Graham about his journey of standing for his truth and helping others do the same. Graham shares that life is telling him to stand his ground and trust his own intuitive wisdom. He credits his mentor, Bruce Lyon, for guiding him in this process. Graham's gift is his genuine care and compassion, both for others and himself. He emphasizes the importance of mirroring and relational work in expanding one's emotional range and capacity. Joel shares a personal experience of embracing his emotions and finding healing through Graham's guidance. In this conversation, Graham and Joel discuss the importance of deep inner work in coaching and therapy. Graham shares his personal experiences with healing and the role of a therapist in supporting clients through their own healing journeys. They emphasize the significance of being seen and understood, and the power of holding space for clients to explore their emotions and experiences. Graham also highlights the importance of self-awareness and processing one's own wounds as a coach. They conclude by discussing the ongoing nature of personal development and the transformative power of coaching.Timestamps:00:00Introduction and the Question of Life's Message05:45 Shifting and Growing Through Mirroring09:45 Discovering and Embracing Personal Gifts16:41 The Power of Mirroring and Relational Work26:30 Increasing Range and Capacity: Embracing All Energies 32:09 The Delight of Crying and Integrating Emotions36:47 The Role of Deep Inner Work40:49 Navigating Wounding and Projection46:50 The Power of Being Seen and Understood55:56 Embodiment and Presence in Coaching01:02:43 The Ongoing Journey of Personal Development